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Antique Khmer Style Standing Bronze Bayon Style Lokeshvara Statue - 99cm/40"

The Importance of Lokeshvara in Khmer Buddhism

Lokeshvara's importance in Khmer Buddhism cannot be overstated. As the embodiment of compassion and mercy, he provides a spiritual and ethical model for Buddhists in Cambodia.

His influence permeates religious practices, cultural expressions, and social services, making him a pivotal figure in both historical and contemporary contexts.

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Antique Khmer Style Seated Bronze Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Statue - 53cm/21"

Avalokiteshvara in Cambodia: Embracing Compassion in a Land of Serenity

Avalokiteshvara's presence in Cambodia goes beyond religious boundaries—it is a cultural and spiritual...

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Antique Khmer Style Bronze Bayon Standing Lokeshvara Statue - 53cm/21"

Lokeshvara: The Bodhisattva of Compassion

This Blog explores the significance, evolution, and enduring influence of Lokeshvara in...

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What Does Bodhisattva Mean?

What Does Bodhisattva Mean?

Whilst the concept varies throughout time, ‘bodhisattva’ ultimately refers to an individual who is on the way to becoming a Buddha.

Bodhisattvas are key in Buddhist iconography and are widely depicted in art and literature.

The ultimate destination of a bodhisattva is awakening, which is why the term literally translates to ‘one whose goal is awakening.’

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